St. John’s established in 1870, has three New York City campuses; international locations in Rome, Italy; Limerick, Ireland; and Paris, France; and study abroad locations around the world. The Princeton Review and other top rankings consistently recognize the University’s outstanding academics, diverse student body, dynamic internship and volunteer opportunities, focus on student life, and diverse study abroad offerings. St. John’s University offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in its six colleges and schools, with a growing number of programs offered online. The University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and 12 other major academic and professional associations.
A dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion is at the heart of our mission. As a Catholic and Vincentian university, St. John’s is committed to institutionalizing practices of inclusive excellence to ensure that we welcome and celebrate the intrinsic worth of all members of our community. We will become an even stronger university as we enhance equity at every level of our institution. Our graduates will excel in the competencies and values required for leadership and service in a rapidly evolving world.
Department: Athletic Development
Specific Job Title: Athletic Development Officer – Special Events
Reports to : Senior Director of Athletic Development
Campus: Queens
Job Summary:
S/he will be responsible for annual fund solicitations, cultivation of new and assigned prospects, stewardship and events that will engage donors. S/he will create opportunities to support Athletic Department priorities and report to the Senior Director of Athletic Development.
Essential Functions:
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This development professional will oversee and manage athletic development events including but not limited to Red White Club and Champion Partners receptions, Johnnies Classic Golf Outing, Carnesecca Open Golf Outing, Evening with St. John’s Men’s Basketball, Bullpen Banquet and An Afternoon with St. John’s Women’s Basketball.
Competencies:
Work Environment:
This position operates in a professional work environment and uses standard office equipment.
Physical Demands:
This position often requires long periods of standing and moving about in arena-like settings.
Environmental Conditions:
This position operates in a professional work environment and uses standard office equipment.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
This full-time position requires a minimum of 40 hours per week and often requires long hours and weekend and evening work.
Travel:
Travel is mostly within the New York Metropolitan Area. It will also include out-of-area and overnight travel.
Required Education and Experience:
Other Duties:
Flexibility to travel. Weekend and evening work will be necessary. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.
In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual/hourly salary range for this position is $68,300 - $78,000. St. John’s University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.
This position may be relocated to any of St. John’s University’s physical locations at any time.
St. John’s offers a competitive compensation program which is commensurate with your qualifications, experience, and contingent upon the departmental budget. We also offer an extremely comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our workforce. Along with exceptional benefits such as medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability insurance, tuition remission, generous 403(b) employer contribution, employee assistance program, and liberal paid time off policies, faculty and staff can also enjoy St. John’s performing arts, libraries, bookstores, dining facilities, campus recreation and sporting events
Any offer of employment is subject to receipt by St. John’s University of satisfactory references, verification of employment and education.
St. John’s University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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